Commercial Finance Banking Paralegal

Dinsmore is seeking a Commercial Finance Paralegal to join our Commercial Finance practice group at our Indianapolis, IN location. The ideal candidate will support multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment handling a wide variety of commercial lending transactions, including HUD-insured (HUD) loans, conventional loans, and other complex secured lending matters.

• Preparing, reviewing, and managing documentation related to HUD and conventional loan transactions
• Reviewing and analyzing due diligence materials including corporate documents, organizational charts, and UCC searches
• Drafting loan closing checklists, certificates, resolutions, closing instructions, and ancillary loan documents
• Coordinating with lenders, title companies, and opposing counsel to ensure timely and efficient closings
• Reviewing title commitments, surveys, and exception documents, and preparing title and survey summaries
• Reviewing corporate documents and organizational documents
• Preparing and organizing closing binders and post-closing documentation
• Conducting UCC filings and maintaining thorough records of all filings and documents
• Proofreading and formatting legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Supporting attorneys with ongoing transaction management, from term sheet to closing
• Performing legal due diligence and managing closing checklists under attorney supervision
• Maintaining and tracking closing calendars and deliverables

• Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent relevant experience
• 5 years of experience in commercial finance or real estate transactions
• Ability to produce high-quality, billable work with exceptional attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time-management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Professionalism, discretion, and ability to work effectively with clients, attorneys, and outside parties
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently or collaboratively under deadlines
• Commitment to excellence, responsiveness, and client service